Richmond Teachers for Social Justice members marched in Richmond, VA and Washington, DC to fight against gun violence in schools and in our communities. We were reminded once again of how all forms of oppression are intersectional and that we cannot talk about gun violence without talking about all the innocent Black lives that have…… Continue reading RVATSJ at #MarchforOurLives

By Jessica Shim “How are you currently teaching the history of American slavery?” read the question on the projector screen. I was privileged enough to be sitting in a Teaching Tolerance workshop called “Teaching Hard History – American Slavery” hosted by Maureen Costello (Director, Teaching Tolerance), Monita Bell (Senior Editor, Teaching Tolerance), James Perla (Carter…… Continue reading Teaching Hard History

Statement Richmond Teachers for Social Justice is deeply concerned and frustrated towards our government’s response to the tragic recent events in Parkland, Florida. We believe schools and classrooms should be spaces where children feel emotionally and physically safe, significant, and cared about. We believe thoughts and prayers are not enough. Therefore, it is the responsibility…… Continue reading Response to Recent Events in Parkland, Florida